In this article, we will show you how to convert PDF to text using Lido's PDF to text converter tool. Simply follow the process below.
For this guide on how to convert your PDF file to text, we'll be using Lido, a spreadsheet developed to automate and simplify repetitive tasks. You can create an account using this link: https://www.lido.app/go/signup.
Start by logging into your Lido account. Create a new file from the Files section, setting up a fresh spreadsheet where you will manage the text extracted from your PDF.
Navigate to the File menu located at the top of your Lido interface. Select "Import from PDF" from the dropdown options. This will launch the PDF Importer tool, which is specifically designed to extract textual data from PDF documents and convert it into a spreadsheet format.
Use the PDF Importer tool to upload the PDF from which you want to extract text. Make sure you choose the correct PDF file that contains the information you need.
After uploading your PDF, use the tool to select the area of the document containing the text you want to convert. Adjust the selection box to precisely cover the text, then click "Extract data" to begin the extraction process.
Once the text is extracted, it will appear for you to review. Ensure that the tool has accurately captured the text as intended. If satisfied, click "Insert at active cell" to place the text into the spreadsheet at the selected cell.
If more text needs extraction, click "Back" to adjust your selection or extract more sections. Close the tool by clicking the X in the top right corner when done.
Highlight the column or cells where the text now resides in your spreadsheet. Use Cmd-C on a Mac or Ctrl-C on a Windows machine to copy the selected text.
Navigate to the application or document where you want to use the extracted text (like an empty Google Docs document). Use Cmd-V on a Mac or Ctrl-V on Windows to paste the text into the desired location.
Here is an example of pasting the above text into an empty Google Doc:
We hope you now have a better understanding of how to convert PDF to text.
